DONYS Scholarship Golf Tournament

Time: 10 AM – 6 PM

Location: Sagamore Golf Club

Price: $125 per Individual or $450 per Foursome

Spend a day on the course with your tourism industry colleagues at the annual DONYS Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament featuring a beautiful Par 70 course, food and refreshments, fun activities, and staggered tee times. Register Now

Immersion Tours

Choose between two fantastic pre-Summit Immersion Tours exploring two iconic lakes in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains!

#1 - Lake George Association's Floating Classroom

Time: 2 PM – 4 PM

Price: Free! (sponsored by Brookfield Renewable and Terraform Power)

During this fun, fact-filled cruise, you'll measure water clarity, catch zooplankton, and investigate other water quality parameters — gaining hands-on insight into what it takes to keep Lake George clear and clean! Register Now - Capacity is limited to 25 people

#2 - Lake Luzerne: Artisan Adventures, Trails & Traditions

Time: 1 PM – 4:30 PM

Price: Free!

Book your spot for a tour special attractions around the beautiful Lake Luzerne, featuring behind-the-scenes tour and cheese tasting at Nettle Meadow Farm & Artisan Cheese, a potential short railbike ride at Revolution Rail Co., and a guided tour of facilities and a live demonstration at the Adirondack Folk School. Register Now - Capacity is limited to 25 people

Date: Friday, September 12

Time: 9 AM – 11:45 AM

Price: Free! If you are registered for the Summit, there is no need to register. Please send this link to your local historians to invite, as seats are limited.

Featured programming will include updates from NYS officials, event and promotional plans already under development as well as proposals for collaborative, integrated efforts to maximize public engagement and successful outcomes. Register Now

🗞️ NYSTIA News

Volunteer to help promote New York State Destinations! Volunteers will receive a free parking pass and admission ticket for the day(s) you volunteer! Volunteer for a morning or an afternoon shift and enjoy the full day at the New York State Fair!

Register Now - choose your preferred day/shift

There are two (2) board vacancies open for the 2025 Board of Directors. One vacancy is for a TPA board position and one is for a non-TPA tourism industry business. The Nominating Committee is seeking individuals ready to put their expertise, enthusiasm and experience to work for the advancement New York State's tourism industry! Use the link below for details and to self-nominate.

Self-Nominate by August 23

💰 The Museums Association of New York (MANY) needs your help! The deadline for the New York Study of Public and Private Museums has been extended to August 15. In a time where MANY has been deeply impacted by federal grant termination, a funding crisis, and shifts in organizational structure, your museum's participation in this study is vital to improving the future funding and support of NY museums. Take the survey.

🇨🇦 July "Oh, Canada" Travel Data Report Update: In this most recent update, you'll find input from vendor Key Data, sharing booking insights for Canadians and year-over-year pacing. Access the Data Report

Governor Hochul announced the completion of a critical $3.1 million wastewater infrastructure improvement project in the Town of Westport, Essex County. The improvements not only protect public health and the environment but also help preserve Lake Champlain’s...

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Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that work has been completed on a project to enhance the passenger experience at Syracuse Hancock International Airport, creating a world-class travel hub that will benefit the entire Central New York region...

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Advance Media NY Travel & Tourism and NYSTIA are partnering to offer New York destinations an opportunity to take advantage of this incredible audience to encourage fairgoers to visit your destination on their way to the New York State Fair or on their way home from the NYS Fair… or invite them to visit later this Fall, with ad placement adjacent to /embedded in NYS Fair content!

The Fair coverage will begin on August 6 and run through September 5, 2025. Learn More & Sign Up!

As we prepare to commemorate America's 250th Anniversary, we have a special opportunity in the October 2025 edition to share New York State heritage! Feature your destination in the October 2025 New York State section for a discounted rate! Content will be written by America Journal's professional travel writers with your input/requests.

Learn More & Sign Up - Reserve Space by August 15, 2025

There are no new career listings posted at this time, but refer to our careers board for open positions.

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Advancing responsible, sustainable economic growth, community revitalization, small business success, job creation, quality of life and pride of place by realizing the potential of New York State's tourism industry and facilitating the success of NYSTIA members.